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Conservatism is sustained by more than elections and personalities. Discover why enduring institutions, not individual leaders, are essential to preserving liberty, constitutional government, and the future of the conservative movement.
Modern surveillance technology is advancing rapidly, but constitutional protections must keep pace. From automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and Flock cameras to geofence warrants and artificial intelligence, expanding government surveillance raises important questions about privacy, due process, and the Fourth Amendment. This article examines recent cases involving mistaken identification and alleged misuse of surveillance data, arguing that technology should never replace independent investigation or diminish constitutional safeguards. As government gains new investigative tools, preserving individual liberty, government accountability, and the presumption of innocence becomes more, not less, essential.
Has the conservative movement traded principles for algorithms? Discover why outrage, social media, and the attention economy are reshaping conservative priorities—and how first principles can restore strategic focus.
What do conservatives truly stand for? Explore the founding principles of American conservatism, constitutional government, liberty, and why first principles matter more than the political issue of the day.
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View Archive →A Texas Tech graduate and former U.S. Army intelligence analyst, I've spent the last decade running liberty-focused campaigns, staffing Texas lawmakers, and working in public policy. I currently serve as President of Texas Policy Research, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing transparency to the legislative process and advancing liberty-based solutions that improve governance across the Lone Star State.
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